Frequently Asked Questions

FC2 is a strong, soft, nitrile sheath or pouch 17 cm (6.5 inches-the same as the male condom) in length. Nitrile polymer (non-latex), is thin and strong, and warms to body temperature.

FC2 is made of a nitrile sheath and outer ring, and a polyurethane inner ring.

FC2 is worn by the woman during sex.

FC2 contains a silicone-based lubricant but additional lubrication can be used. FC2 can be used with oil- and water-based lubricants. FC2 does not contain spermicidal additives, preservatives, paraben and is gluten free.

FC2 Female Condom® is inserted into the vagina before sex. It holds the man’s sperm after ejaculation thus helping prevent unintended pregnancy. It also acts as a barrier to sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV.

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has indicated that the FC2 Female Condom is effective in preventing pregnancy, HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs). FC2 Female Condom covers the vagina, cervix and part of the external genitalia offering partners a barrier protection against bacteria and viruses that cause STIs, including HIV, as well as unintended pregnancy.

FC2 is a strong, soft, nitrile sheath or pouch 17 cm (6.5 inches-the same as the male condom) in length. Nitrile polymer (non-latex), is thin and strong, and warms to body temperature.

FC2 is made of a nitrile sheath and outer ring, and a polyurethane inner ring.

FC2 contains a silicone-based lubricant but additional lubrication can be used. FC2 can be used with oil- and water-based lubricants. FC2 does not contain spermicidal additives, preservatives, paraben and is gluten free.

Over 20 years of studies have shown the female condom is an effective barrier against many common STIs, including HIV. In FDA safety & efficacy studies FC2 was found 95% effective as a barrier contraceptive. With over 20 years of independent safety, effectiveness, and acceptability research other data is available demonstrating an efficacy as high as 98%.*

FC2 Female Condom® can be inserted in advance of sexual intercourse and does not need to be taken out immediately after intercourse. While most women insert FC2 between 2 and 20 minutes in advance, the FC2 Female Condom can actually be inserted up to 2 hours in advance.

FC2 Female Condom® is similar in length to a male condom. However, it is wider than a male condom and therefore not constricting on the penis, which many men find pleasurable. Once inserted, it lines the walls of the vagina and allows for movement of the penis inside the sheath.

FC2 Female Condom® is inserted correctly when the inner ring is pushed past the pubic bone. The outer ring and part of the condom is flat around the opening of the vagina, covering the external genitalia. You can check that the condom is in place by inserting your index or middle finger into the vagina past the pubic bone. You can feel your pubic bone by curving your index or middle finger when it is a couple of inches inside your vagina. You should be able to feel that the inner ring is past the pubic bone on the front wall of the vagina.

It is important that the penis is guided into the center of FC2 and not between the vaginal wall and the outer side of FC2. If the penis does enter incorrectly, STOP and start over, with additional lubrication, if necessary.

No. If the FC2 gets pushed all the way into the vagina, just relax, insert your finger into the vaginal opening, locate the ring, and pull the FC2 out. Throw out the FC2 that was pushed inside the vagina, open a new FC2, and try again. The FC2 remains in the vagina during use.

Many men and women feel closer with FC2 Female Condom® than with a male condom due to the fact that FC2 is made from a material that conducts heat and makes sex feel natural. FC2 may provide clitoral stimulation during use as the outer ring sometimes rubs against the clitoris.

FC2 Female Condom® comes pre-lubricated with a non-spermicidal, silicone-based lubricant. Since FC2 is latex free, oil-based or water-based lubricants can be added on the inside and outside of FC2 Female Condom® or on the penis.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration have approved FC2 for a 5 year shelf life from the date of manufacture. Due to the properties of nitrite, FC2 is not affected by differences in temperature and/or humidity, so no special storage conditions are required.

FC2 should be disposed of in the trash bin, not down the toilet. FC2 does not have to be removed immediately after a man ejaculates, unlike the male condom, but should be removed prior to standing to avoid the contents from spilling out.

Twist the outer ring to seal the condom to prevent the contents from spilling out.

FC2 may be pulled out and wrapped in the package it came in and/or in tissue.

FC2 should be disposed of in waste containers, not in the toilet.

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